Social engineering is when scammers manipulate people’s emotions (fear, greed, curiosity, trust) to trick them into giving personal info, money, or access. It’s a major cybersecurity threat and very common in crypto.

Common types:

Phishing: Fake emails/websites pretending to be real companies.

Scareware: Fake virus warnings to make you install malware.

Baiting: Free offers (files, gifts, USBs) that contain viruses.

In crypto:

New investors often get scammed through fake giveaways, airdrops, Ponzi schemes, or panic messages.

How to stay safe:

Don’t trust “too good to be true” offers

Avoid suspicious links & attachments

Use antivirus and update software

Enable 2FA security

Always research before investing

👉 Social engineering hacks people’s minds, not computers.